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spin jam wednesday in chestnut hill

2008-08-20T16:10:37Z

I know that you city dwellers may not be able or willing to make the trip....
but here it is.

Wednesday, August 20th
7:30pm
at Pastorius Park (Roanoke Street and Hartwell Lane in Chestnut Hill, PA).

Bring your own fuel and safety gear.

The park is beautiful, with BIG old trees and open space and a little pond. We're planning on eating a picnic dinner, so bring food and drink and a blanket for your bum!

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FYI: Gothic Bellydance in Delaware

2008-08-18T23:35:02Z

In case any of you might be interested in workshops or the evening gothla

http://www.geocities.com/re_sullivan/tempest/tempest.html

Workshops with Tempest
workshop #1: 11 am - 1:00pm
Dancing on the Right Side of the Brain 7 spots left
workshop #2: 1:30 pm - 3:30pm
Drop Dead Dramatic! 6 spots left

Gothla: a Hafla with Alternative music
6 pm - 8 pm (doors open 5:30 - 9)
performance, open dance and vendors

$40 for one workshop, $70 for both, until 8/23
$43 for one workshop, $80 for both, after 8/23
Gothla $5

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First Round Playa del Fuego Tickets on Sale this Friday, 8/15/08, at 9:00pm EST

2008-08-14T12:13:19Z

Playa del Fuego
The Mid-Atlantic Regional Burn
October 9-13, 2008
Odessa, Delaware

First round tickets go on sale this Friday, August 15, at 9:00pm EST

http://www.playadelfuego.org/content/blogsection/7/47/

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Show and Next Spin Jam

2008-08-11T12:54:53Z

I'm calling out for a spin jam this Wednesday night (Aug. 6, 8pm-whenevah). Bring fuel, duvies, and all the good stuff. We will also have a few guests: Alien Jon, David Brown, and Adam Dipert. They will be in town for their show on the following night which you should all go see. I put the flyer up in our photos:

http://philadelphiafirearts.tribe.net/photos/bd351859-4269-46b0-aecb-9e4de450a69d

Here's what Adam has to say about it:
Our show, Quantanime, an interactive, creative and musical story, about an hour and a half long, and is about a young man's journey to discover meaning and unity in a very confusing world, with time-mages, mystical powers and many obstacles.
"When a treacherous murder brings Malakai to his mother's deathbed, he embarks on a tumultuous quest to save his world from the devious designs of his power-crazed twin brother Jubei. In a comic game of cat and mouse Malakai and Jubei trek all the way from the mountain palace of the mischievious monkey king to the magical world of dreams in search of the four celestial totems of great knowledge. While Malakai longs to unite the people of Quanta by placing the four sacred artifacts in the ark of creation, Jubei covets their power and he won't stop until only he is supreme ruler of Quanta."

These guys are masters of cpheres, wands, belly dancing, pi, staff, juggling, acro, and mor eand more and more.

I don't thnk I need to say anymore. See you all Wednesday night for the jam!
~Luck

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Favorite Fire Poi... do tell!

2008-08-09T18:32:48Z

Can you tell me what your favorite fire poi is? And, where you got it? I would like to buy a set that will get me through my beginner burn phase, and I won't feel the need to upgrade in a few months! I doubt if I'll ever be a professional... but I do enjoy it a lot. I have some fire experience... dance with fans, belt and fingers. And I borrow my friend's fire poi whenever he lets me! ;-)
Please share folks!

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Home of Poi

2008-08-05T16:51:01Z

If anyone is planning on doing an order from Home of Poi soon, send me a message.

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Vintage fire-eating photage

2008-08-04T19:08:43Z

http://www.diagonal-view.com/2008/07/mr-and-mrs-fire-eater.html

Look at their stuffy 1960s audience!

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BBQ Aug 16th

2008-08-04T17:58:59Z

Time: 6pm
Where: My house - 254 Homecrest Ave, Ewing, NJ 08638
Bring: Food or booze to share, fire toys, folding lawn chairs, sleeping bags and air beds if you plan to stay
Please RSVP so we have enough food.
609 332 9436

I have a nice fuel dump and duvies.

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WORLD HOOP DAY 8/8/08 AT LOVE PARK!! YOUR HELP IS NEEDED!!!

2008-08-04T16:52:01Z

Greetings Hoopers of Philadelphia!

World Hoop Day is on Friday, and your participation and enthusiasm is desperately needed!!! While we await confirmation of our permit, you can help us bring it all together and make this a really special day for the children of Philadelphia.

Everyone can find a way to help out:

1.) GET YOUR HOOP ON!

Let us converge at Love Park from 11am-3pm on Friday, 8/8/08, to spread the hoopbliss to children of all ages in our city. Several rec centers will be making the trip to Love Park with their kids to come and hoop with us, and we hope you'll all be there to share the joy! We will have some guests playing music to keep the beats bumpin', so come ready to dance and have fun! Bring some hoops to give away!

2.) OPEN YOUR HEART (AND YOUR WALLET, PLEASE!)

We are collecting donations for hoop supplies.
We want to make as many hoops as we can to give away on Friday, and we all know that has a cost.
If you can make a donation, please do so via Paypal ASAP. We'd like to get the supplies in hand by the end of the day tomorrow and your donation can help make that happen!!!
Go to paypal.com, click "send money", and direct your donations to Jen Alvarez (our own lovely J-Hoop) at JenAlvarez@comcast.net.
You can even bring along some of your own home-made hoops (for the older kids) or store-bought kid's hoops (for the itty bitty young'ns!) to give away at Love Park.

3.) YOU'RE INVITED TO A HOOP-MAKING PARTY!!!

If you'd like to help by donating your time to make and decorate the hoops we'll be giving away, please send me (Tribe: Coehlo, email: whoopitup1@gmail.com) or J-Hoop (Tribe: J-Hoop, email: jenalvarez@comcast.net) a private message requesting more information about the Hoop-Making Party we're planning for one evening this week. Many hands make light work!

Thank you in advance!

With lots of love,

Marlenah
Jen Alvarez
Jen Web

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Who else is going to Wildfire?

2008-08-04T16:06:46Z

YAY! I didn't have the money, but my fiance let me use his card to get a ticket. Sweeet! Who else is going?

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Burning Bear

2008-07-31T20:53:50Z

Attention burners, fireperformers and fireperformer fans! Come one, come all to Burning Bear!

When: Saturday August 9th, 5:00pm

Where: 30 Cook Road, Duncannon, PA 17020

Who: 50-100 people

What: Camp out for the night: tenting or RV (sorry no hook up), byob, bring your own chair, bring your fire toys: practice or otherwise, bring your dog, bring your lover or find one while you're there. Who cares, just be there and watch the Bear Burn.

How much: You decide the cost of admission either a micro brew or a covered dish

Email me here: mshatto@hotmail if you require further details or contact the host Buzzard.

CJ

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Want to Spin at the next PEX Fundraiser? Read Me...

2008-07-29T02:25:51Z

Hey all you fiery Ninjas and Pirates,

It's time for another amazing PEX fundraiser!!! http://www.thephiladelphiaexperiment.org/ This time, we are about to head out to the playa. With mounting costs everywhere we turn and less opportunity to raise funds, PEX needs your support now more than ever. We fire organizers hammered out some significant bumps at the last Shampoo event, the most significant of which was receiving the first large scale fire performance permit from the Philadelphia Fire Department. With that under our belt we feel more comfortable moving forward the way in which has been a keystone of our fire community since it’s inception - in the way we most feel true… by encouraging participation and radical inclusion with fire!

This time around, we open the doors a little wider to include those who have fire insurance through COTUS to spin fire on the large outdoor stage. Of course, we’ll need to contact you with boring details that we don’t need to yawn the masses with, so please simply send your reply to Lucky at the address provided below by this weekend and we will contact you by the middle of next week with the info you need to know. There will be a mandatory meeting and proof of insurance will be required for those participating.

Thank you so much for your support and for keeping the fire alive!!!
Denise Denise, PEX & Philadelphia Fire Arts

Email the following info to LuckyBurns at gmail dot com by this Saturday, August 2nd
What is your name?
Where do you live?
How long have you been involved in the fire arts?
What PEX events have you attended?
What PEX events have you spun fire at?
Where did you learn your safety practices?
Are you willing to safety at the event?
What tools do you wish to use at the event?
Do you have insurance through COTUS? (please send or request a copy of your policy be sent to Lucky at the above email address with your name in the subject line)
What is your email address?
Your phone #?
Emergency contact name and phone number?
Are you a lefty or a righty?
Paper or plastic?
Sunrise or sunset?
Please feel free to include any other pertinent information in your response.

This will be monumental. See you there!

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WildFire Tickects on Sale Friday Aug 1

2008-07-28T15:34:01Z

Fall WildFire tickets go on sale this Friday, August 1st. The dates of the event are Oct. 3-6th (Fri- Mon). In the spring tickets sold out in 6 days. The temp class schedule is up and accepting teaching applications and class suggestions on the site. Hope to see you there and sooner if possible.

www.wildfireretreat.com

What is WildFire -
WildFire is the East Coast's premier performance based spinning and fire arts training camp. This is a community oriented "car camping" event, offering a diverse selection of over 70 classes on poi, hoop, dance, teaching, safety, business, performance, drumming... and so much more. Situated in a picturesque North East CT location, with all meals provided and full facilities (including hot showers), WildFire is the perfect spot for you to share, grow, discover, and learn with our spinning/fire performing arts community. This event is not open to the public or non-performing artist (beginners are very welcome).
The Fall 08 gathering will begin Friday afternoon, Oct 3rd at 3pm and last through Monday, Oct 6th at 4pm. Tickets are $90 with 180 tickets available to the public. This price includes all classes, three great meals a day, hot showers, your gift of volunteering some time to allow the price to stay this low, and tents/cabins with mattresses in them if needed. Multiple raw food, vegan and vegetarian dishes will be provided at every meal, as well as special considerations for allergies. There is a small pool of need-based reduced priced tickets (check website for details).

Chad Bennett
WildFire Organizers Chair / Web guy
info@wildfireretreat.com

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MCP In Philadelphia - The Video

2008-07-28T01:15:46Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1jorkF--6b4

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Next Spin Jam ~ Thursday, July 24th

2008-07-24T23:17:30Z

Thanks Lauren for organizing the last spin, so much fun. It was such a great time that I figured it would be good to set a date for the next one. Thursday, July 24th, 8pm. Come at the beginning to learn or teach a few new moves. FIre to follow sundown. Safety training available upon request, just ask around for me if we haven't yet met.

Also please let us know if you'd be willing to stay until the end of the jam to volunteer to help pick up any garbage people may have forgotten.

See you there!!!

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PEX Pirates Vs Ninjas 08.09.08 A BRC Compression Party

2008-07-24T22:14:21Z

Come support your local burning community!!!
Philadelphia Fire Arts and friends will be in full force at this event.
See you there,
DD

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PEX Pirates Vs Ninjas 08.09.08 A BRC Compression Party

2008-07-24T16:16:57Z

Greetings Family!

This will be the last Philadelphia Experiment fundraiser before Burning Man. Please feel free to blast this out to all of your peeps. The club has a capacity of 2,500, so we are not doing invitation only this time. We have an exciting line-up and are looking forward to sharing this experience with YOU!

Our website is going through some major exciting changes. If you haven’t already registered with our new mailing form, please do so at:

http://thephiladelphiaexperiment.org/index.php/forums/member/register/

And now we present….

Pirates Vs Ninjas
BRC Compression Party
A Philadelphia Experiment Costume Event
August 9, 2008

Shampoo Nightclub
416 N 8th St. 10pm - 6am
21+ /w ID Required
$20 in Costume
$30 Without

This is a COSTUME PARTY
We really want EVERYONE to participate

----DJ Lineup:----
Marques Wyatt
King Britt
Oscar P
Braden Anderson
mr. caparro
Foxxy
Lee Mayjahs?
O'keef
Kezner
Mia Ink
Justin Paul
Nick Cosmo
Ross D
DJ Everyday
Big Jawn
Friar Tuck
Meeshu
Glenn Weikert
Discount
Matt Tanz
ADre
Kris Murphy
Terryl
Tubbo & KBunny

----Live Performance By:----
Arche-Dream for HumanKind
The Philadelphia Fire Arts Tribe
Live Burlesques Dance Troop featuring Heather Belman
plus Live Stilters, Hoopers, Face Painters & Performance Art

----
Live Music By:
----
Mohenjo
Dr.Fish featuring Jenny Jamz & Heather Belman
The Innerfluents
The Plum Dragoness

----
Visuals By:
----
Optical Digital Distortion
Dr. Fish
Peter Parker
the Blackouts
On-House

Please note that the lineup list is subject to change, so check frequently for updates! We hope to see YOU there!

Much Love! And many many thanks for all for your contributions, without
which these events and this community would not exist!

-Giant Bear

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Fuel and Duvees left after jam....

2008-07-19T05:24:51Z

2 Duvees, 1 with PEX logo, 1 without. PM me if yours.

We were the last people to leave last night and while I will certainly put the 3 nearly full cans of white gas I found to good use(scattered about in various places) , anyone else trying to keep the park clean or just enoy themselves there the next day probably wouldn't have appreciated it...I'm sure the park itself wasn't too happy either as one of them was left open and half of it had been spilled all over the grass.

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So nice to finally meet some of you!

2008-07-17T23:03:22Z

I'm really bad with names, so it's tough for me to remember just everyone I met on Sunday's practice, but it was really fascinating to see a fire spin. It was my first time! :)

Thanks to everyone who made me feel super welcome. That park is absolutely beautiful. I'm not used to seeing things like that back in Florida.

Can't wait for Kevin to finally light up that staff, too!!

And I'm sorry to say I won't be able to make Burning Man this year... with the car accident we got into, there's definitely money problems now. Kevin's still going, but I opted to stay behind because there's always next year for me, and I'm still a bit overwhelmed with the new scene here. But I definitely look forward to it next year if fire's involved (secret pyromaniac..)

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anybody find/grab my pretty orange metal water bottle at spin jam last night

2008-07-11T23:28:10Z

i put it down to safety for lauren, then got totally distracted by the drunk dude who wouldn't step away from the fuel dump. (which as andi has pointed out was a mess btw, we need to get group buy-in on fuel safety for outdoor spin jams)

i put it right by the tripod. figuring that it was a "safe" place ;-) who was using the tripod? perhaps they grabbed it.

anyway its one of the super pretty sigg .6 liter metal ones that they stock at whole foods. its a pale orange background with minimalist flora and the silhouette of a butterfly and its got a bright orange flip top.

PM me if you have it pleeeeeease!

-l

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let's try this again! ~jam rain date

2008-07-11T16:00:32Z

my anti-rain dance wasn't enough for Sunday, so let's try THURSDAY!

Thursday night spin jam will be at Clark Park this week, roughly 9pm - same deal bring your fire & safety stuff and let's have fun!!!!!

be there or be square! unless you are rain- in that case, fuck off.

besos-lauren

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Fireperformer Meetup 7/19 @ 7pm

2008-07-08T19:42:04Z

Calling all fire perfomers and fireperformer fans! Hang out next to the bonfire and chill out in the mellow atomsphere. Spin with other fireperformers; Drum with other drummers. Dance, play fooseball, gaze at the night sky under the full moon or get lost in the labrynith.

Arrive early, stay late and watch the sun rise! Bring a tent or crash in the Mother Earth Coffee Nook. BYOB

This Meetup will be centrally located to the DC/Baltimore, York/Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Delaware and surrounding areas. Location of Meetup will be at Highland Farm, 7046 Blue Hill Road, Glenville, PA 17329. Need more elaborate directions? Go here: http://highland-farm-community.org/directions.html

Also get there early if you have an interest in our Rise of the Phoenix: Black Rock East Burn over Labor Day weekend. We will be having a discussion starting around 6pm. Never heard of Rise of the Phoenix? Don't miss out. Check out the details here: http://highland-farm-community.org/phoenix08.html

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7/6 spin jam postpoooooned!

2008-07-08T18:04:32Z

due to the torrential downpour that center city experienced this evening, we are postponing the spin jam until further notice (SOON we promise)!

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White gas....

2008-07-06T08:30:47Z

They've stopped selling it at the walmart near me...anyone else know where to buy it in Bucks? I've heard they don't sell it in philadelphia anymore. Thanks!

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Need to burn

2008-07-05T16:59:45Z

New to the area and badly in need of fire!

We (Dusky and I) have just moved to Philly, and really really want to light up this weekend. Is there any event, setting, or environment where lit spinning is possible?

Thanks in advance,

Grisha

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Spin Jam! - Sunday 7/6

2008-07-04T18:49:52Z

Why? because you need to burn :)

Usual deal- bottom of the hill @ Clark Park around sunset (for newbies its around 44th and Balitmore)

BYO duvee & fuel if you can, a blanket to sit & watch on, water, and whatever else would bring you pleasure while sitting in a park watching fire

No formal safety or technique classes (unless someone wants to step up) but as always, we are there for questions, guidance and general banter.

ps. just got a new toy to play with, is anyone else coming with virgin wicks??!! ??

pps. let's see if we can get drummers and music!

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Thursday Night Spin Jams

2008-06-28T12:54:57Z

I just wanted to let everyone know if you are interested in our Thursday night spin jams give me shout. We are getting together weekly now around 9-10pm weekly in various amazing locations through out the city and burbs. Next week will be our 4th week and we have had some great times. Hit me up for details if you're interested.

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I FOUND YOUR SHOE AFTER CONCLAVE

2008-06-26T21:47:03Z

and totally forgot to post about it (my bad)

anyway, its a flat black Aldo sandal

let me know if its yours so it may find its way back to your foot

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To whomever is going to Transformus with the Richmond PLF camp

2008-06-26T14:40:44Z

For those of you attending Transformus as a part of the PLF camp or are interested in joining (assuming you have a ticket) we will be holding a meeting tonight at Conway's house at 9:30 PM (thursday) to discuss the details and issues and get our butt's kickin'. Hey know ..i know y'all are in Philly but read on...

Meanwhile I am gathering everyone's info. (e-mail, phone, tribe handle etc.) into once place so that I can better coordinate the planning of meetings and making sure everyone is informed, knows how how to contribute and where their services may be needed. Please send me your contact info through tribe e-mail, and I will get you on the e-mailing list.

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Spin Jam Wed Night?

2008-06-21T19:34:05Z

Let's have a spin jam Wed night at Clark park. I can get there at 7:30 or 7:45.

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performance in august

2008-06-20T20:11:32Z

it's a ways off, but wanted to ask this now (and I'll bump it closer to the date)

Saturday august 16th, I'm going out to Hershey PA for an event (an open house-like monthly gathering at a really funky cool nail salon)

I've offered to perform fire for free (since I know the owner) for practice performing on my own...

I am in the midst of training the guy I'm seeing to safety, so I will have that covered, but if anyone is interested in tagging along to perform and help safety, I'd love to have you join us!

Can't offer money, but I'll drive, and bring all fuel/supplies needed besides your personal fire tools. We may be able to ask to pass a hat around, or we may be gifted with perfume (Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab - the reason for the open house actually.) or other things from the nail salon... but I can't promise any of that for sure. So if you'd like to have a fun afternoon/night out, play with fire, and only pay for your dinner (we can do it cheaply, there's a sonic nearby!) let me know. ;o)

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Richmond burner coming to visit this weekend

2008-06-20T20:03:35Z

Hey guys,

Some of the PEX crew may have met me at Wicker Man through the PLF camp.
I am coming to Philly tonight through Saturday because a long distance friend is there through the weekend and I agreed to meet up with them there. We are probably going to site-see all Saturday afternoon. I though it would be cool to ask some of you if there are any burner events happening this weekend or in the evenings. Any fire spinning going on tonight or tomorrow? Cool DJing somewhere? I'm also simply just looking for any suggestions on places to go that are not necessarily touristicky. Whatever cool places to see, eat at..etc from a local's perspective you can think of would be appreciated

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Soon to be new to the Philly crew!

2008-06-18T10:16:48Z

Hey all! I've been told I should introduce myself. I've put it off too long.

My name is Holly. I'll soon be moving up to Delaware to live with my boyfriend, Kevin ("Kebunny" as I'm sure many of you know him by) and hopefully I can indulge myself into the fire arts a little.

Though I have absolutely no experience in spinning whatsoever, I'm pretty mean with a hula hoop (I love spinning 2, 3, or 4 at a time), and have been told that could be my calling :) Maybe I can learn something from someone here.. (?)

I look forward to hopefully meeting some of you in a month when I move. I've lived in Florida almost my whole life, and I'm sure this will be quite a change, but I definitely look forward to it.

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Rope LED

2008-06-17T04:53:59Z

http://gregkahn.blogspot.com/2008/05/lights-will-guide-you.html

cool trick, check it out.

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Fire Conclave at Transformus Crosspost

2008-06-15T22:10:33Z

** FIRE SPAM ** Please forward to relevant mailing lists, especially
those directly related to TransformUS.

I'd like to begin building the list of fire performers and artists
that plan to participate in the Fire Conclave this summer.

Over the last 4 years the Conclave has grown to what was estimated at
more than 100 performers last year! Some of you were in contact with
Bash prior to the event but the majority of you just sort of showed up
for the safety meeting and roll call before the show. That chaos we
all know and love will continue of course but I want to make the
effort again to get an idea of who is committed and also touch base
with anyone who has special needs (fireworks, breathing, steel wool,
monster equipment, etc..)

As the Conclave grows we must also grow the safety team. If you have
friends that can commit to being sober and aware during the burn and
would like to spend the Conclave inside the Circle please have them
contact me (kphonik@gmail.com) or better yet sign up on the website
at: http://www.transformus.com/community/

Stay tuned for more details on what Fire Keepers is doing to the
evolution of the TransformUS Conclave!

Tastes like burning!

Jason -kp
kphonik@gmail.com
_______________________________________________
Announce mailing list
Announce@lists.transformus.com
http://lists.transformus.com/listinfo.cgi/announce-transformus.com

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extra ticket for wildfire

2008-06-12T13:41:43Z

wont be able to go this year, but i have this ticket burning a whole in my pocket. Let me know if you want it!

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poi beginner

2008-06-10T18:11:05Z

hey everyone! I just jumped into learning poi and hooping on my own and haven't even lit up yet! I am in West Chester, but love coming into the city. I am just looking to meet some new people and learn some techniques. If you know of anyone closer to WC please let me know, but would love to take part in some gatherings in philly.

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When?

2008-06-09T04:27:06Z

...is the next spin jam? I just ordered a staff and I'd love to leech some knowledge from y'all in exchange for cookies and tea :)

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Staff Manipulation DVD - OUT NOW!

2008-06-08T19:20:22Z

http://philly.tribe.net/template/pub%2Coc%2CDetail.vm?plugin=blog&inst=1380956&topicid=b0cee0ad-c6bd-497c-99c7-1df2de0c786a&commentid=2150c538-062b-4278-b0b0-28c6ce308930#2150c538-062b-4278-b0b0-28c6ce308930

If you want to learn - this is a great place to do it. MCP is in my opinion among the best staff spinners in the world. She's got a great personality too so I'm certain that her DVD is killer.

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road trip!!!

2008-06-06T19:16:23Z

anyone want to come to san antonio with me July 13th by plane to get there (i will buy the ticket) and help drive a small budget truck 10 by 6 to jersey. There are awesome firespinners in san antonio. They were all at flipside. the is a spin jam july 14th and they spin glow things at a club on fri and then start driving sat? You know you want to.. it will be awesome. =) We will be home tues or wed maybe sooner depending on how tired we are. I am buying all, gas, hotels and some of your food.

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noel, ian, greg, workshops in rva

2008-06-05T19:16:54Z

hey, need an excuse to come back down to richmond? heres one

SPINAGOGUE RICHMOND

SUNDAY, JUNE 8th 12pm-8pm

COST $30 for one class. $50 for two. $65 for three. $80 for four. $90 for all five.

REGISTRATION: contact - people.tribe.net/ultralaser

LOCATION: Gallery 5. 200 W. Marshall St. Richmond, VA 23220

CLASSES:

12 pm Move your body! Instructor: Ian Smith
This class we will explore the relationship between the poi and your body. How different driving styles affect the body and visa versa. Then we will do some drills designed to give you more independent control over each hand and look at some unusual timings. The drills are designed to give you more freedom while improvising.

1:30 pm Beginning Contact Juggling Instructor: Greg Maldonado
Learn how to use the fewest number of the simplest type of prop: one ball. Combining balancing, rolling and spinning to fluidly move a ball
across your body, contact juggling will broaden your idea of what juggling can be while deepening your understanding of your relationship with objects.

3:00 pm Stalls and Stops Instructor: Greg Maldonado
Explore the science of stopping! Learn how to punctuate your spinning with 8 different types of stall in an endless number of combinations.
Then take home a series of exercises designed to unlock the full potential of stalls by using them to change timing, direction and planes.

4:30 pm Beginning/Intermediate Contact Staff Instructor: Noel Yee
This introduction to contact staff manipulation with focus on the the basics of turning the body through contact. The class will cover the fundamentals of neck wraps, halos and pivots. No experience required!

6:00 pm Beginning Double Staves Instructor: Noel Yee
Learn double staff from the ground up in this class designed for the beginner. After a thorough examination of the many myriad ways to manipulate a staff we begin combining techniques to seamlessly integrate a second staff.

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GMSF2K8

2008-06-05T19:15:04Z

Anyone going to Gaian Mind Summer Fest??
Just curious

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Firespinner Meetup 6/14

2008-06-05T19:05:22Z

When
Saturday, June 14, 2008 at 6:00 PM
Where
Highland Farm
7046 Blue Hill Road Glenville, Pa.
Glenville , PA 17329

Who should come
This Fire Performers Meetup Group is for those looking for place to meet & Spin! Meet other local Fire Performers, including Fire Twirling, Fire Dancing, Poi, Staff, Chinese Meteors, Fire Fingers, Swinging Poi, Fire Spinning, etc.

Find Directions to the Meetup here... highland-farm-community.org/dire....html
Donation of $5.00 per person

Details
This Fire Performers Meetup Group is for those looking for place to meet & Spin! This Meetup will be centrally located to the DC/Baltimore, York/Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Delaware and surrounding areas. Location of Meetup will be in the highlands to the Village of Black Rock, Pennsylvania at Highland Farm in south-central York County on Saturday during the month starting around 6pm. Even if you're not fire performer but a fire performer fan please come on out. Tent camping is available or there is crash space in the Mother Earth Coffee Nook. Hope to hear from and see You SOON!

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Volunteer Opportunity

2008-06-05T16:13:22Z

If you are interested in helping inaugurate a new skate park in Philly by going and spinning fire at the opening event, please let me know.
The date is Saturday June 28th.
Insurance is a must, of course.

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Participate - Wicker Man Fire Conclave Info

2008-05-19T19:30:40Z

[Wineman asked me to post this regarding Wicker Man this coming weekend. Please direct responses to him at wineman110157@yahoo.com, thanks!]

Greetings Everyone !

It's time to seek out those that are interested in Fire Performing, Fire Dancing, and those special behind the scene peps that keep it all safe and organized, the Fire Safety Crew.

Having been a participant in the Inner Circle at Burning Man and at other burns, I can tell you that it is truly an honor and a priviledge. A real gift of sharing to the community. So if your headed to Wicker Man and are interested in being a special part of the burn event this is a great way to participate.

I am looking for a head count. So shout out if your are ready to strut your stuff as an experienced and talented Fire Performer or Fire Dancer or if your are interested in participating on our Fire Safeties Crew. No worries, for those that have interest but are not quite ready to perform, your help is needed as a Fire Safety. And yes, for those with no experience as a Fire Safety, we will teach you !!

There will be a mandatory coordination meeting for those that are interested in participating which will provide all the details, as well as training for Fire Safeties on Saturday @ 2:00pm. At this meeting you will recieve your placard pass which will allow you access and the honor to be in Wicker Man's "Inner Circle".

The meeting will be held at the Dining Hall Tent. This is the large shade tent about half way down the hill on the left side, across from the kitchen.

Your friendly Fire Conclave Coordinator, the Wine Man
wineman110157@yahoo.com

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Insurance Alternative to Clowns of US

2008-05-19T17:59:59Z

I've been meaning to ask about this. Any feedback on this alternate insurance provider: http://www.americanfireartists.com ? They've been offering insurance since March.

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Want a gig?

2008-05-19T17:58:09Z

I know a lot of people are going away this weekend, but I may have the opportunity for a fire spinner to perform a professional gig this Thursday evening. Send me a private message if you are interested in taking the gig.
Thanks,
~Lucky

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New in Philadelphia

2008-05-18T18:39:11Z

Hello to everyone,

I am new here in Philadelphia and come from germany. I search here new Friends and People who i can learn a little bit Firestaff playing or Maybe i can teach someone something :)
Or just have fun with Spinning.
Oh sorry about my english is very horrible but i try my best.

I am here for two Years i think. I work on the Navi Base in South Phili as Marine Electrician. (6-10 weeks Philadelphia 10 Days Germany)
I am here since 3 Month and know nobody in Phili. Only my american Colleagues.

You can look at me at
youtube Searchword : Ignis Luna
or visit the side Azraelsfeuer.de

I hope i can find on this way People there love to spinning Fire like I.

I hope i break now rules with the sides or so. *smile*
Yeah well i know. Germans :D

I hope i get an answer.

Uh ah ps.: HELLO PHILADELPHIA !!

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Mysterious Sighting Late Last Night...

2008-05-14T14:51:57Z

Rumors spreading fast across the internet have been confirmed. Last night at approximately 11:05 PM in the North Philadelphia section of the city known as Kensington, there was a brief sighting of a giant octopus mysteriously gliding down Hancock Street and disappearing around the corner of Diamond Street. The octopus was “large and all wiggly,” it had “long giant fluffy arms” claimed a local un-named neighborhood witness. Approximate size of 12 feet in height and “about 10 feet from arm to arm” have been reported.

Scientists speculate this might be the first confirmed sighting in 73 years of a sub-species long thought to be extinct named Octovishnu. How Octovishnu traveled from the depth of its once natural habitat of the Indian Ocean to the banks of the Delaware is still a mystery. Debates are raging in the community on whether the animal has arrived in peace or here for another, more sinister intent. The press is waiting on official comments from Mayor Nutter.

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BM Ranger manual re: firebreathing

2008-05-12T23:05:58Z

hey guys!

I was browsing the Burning Man ranger manual (I was debating whether to attend training for it, but thinking no because I'm in conclave and they require a shift on burn day)

http://rangers.burningman.com/resources.shtml

In regards to fire art, it states that most fire breathers use high proof grain alcohol or white gas.

I realize that rangers may not need to understand fully the ins and outs of fuels, but to me this really is putting the wrong information out there. Would anyone more experienced in fire breathing like to email them regarding this?

I'd be happy to start a discussion with them, and will if no one else has time, but I don't have experience with fire breathing myself and thought one of you may be better suited.

In case you can't view the document, here is the whole paragraph on fire art. It's brief, which is understandable, and I feel it is accurate enough with regards to the rest of the statement. but I'd rather have more accurate fuel and safety information out there.

"Fire Art
Fire art is a traditional part of Burning Man. Rangers should not intervene
except under certain conditions such as in instances of obvious risk to other
campsites or participants. High proof grain alcohol is the most commonly
used flammable liquid for fire breathing. White gas is also sometimes used,
but is very dangerous. A safety person with a wet towel should always be
nearby during fire performances and any gas supply containers should be
small, capped, and away from the immediate area of the performance. Do
not interrupt a performance in progress unless there is imminent danger to
other participants or camps. Most fire performers are usually experienced and
practice their art safely. Large-scale works of art may be burned only within
designated areas and precautions should be taken to ensure a safe burn. If you
have a question of whether a fire is appropriate, refer it to your shift leader.
Fires should not threaten nearby structures that are not intended for burning.
Every participant has the right to experience flame. Falling into a fire can be
fatal, even with limited exposure time."

Thanks! ;o)

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PDF Ticket Available at Pheonix Rising Party

2008-05-09T03:23:46Z

Hi All,

I just found out that one person who I brought a PDF ticket for is bagging out.

I have their ticket available and can bring it to Pheonix Rising, if anyone wants it and lets me know in advance. Price is $36, (what I paid for it with handling) If you need a ticket and don't want to take a chance on gate sales, shoot over an e-mail & let me know.

Thanks & C Ya @ Pheonix Rising

Lucifer

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dela-ware?....

2008-05-08T19:04:42Z

hey-hey fire peeps.
would anyone out there happen to be from delaware? if so are you going to the spin jam this sat, do you want to car pull?
i live in wilmington.
thanks!!!
*jelly
happy spring..

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Rules and those who ignore them

2008-05-08T07:23:54Z

One time, this guy was really really drunk and didn't go through the process of getting insured and all to perform for a PEX event. He brought his poi up to me and asked if he could spin fire. I said thanks but not tonight, I really didn't want him spinning intoxcated and that I hoped he understood my need to protect the masses VS his want to spin a little fire. He agreed that he wouldn't spin. He asked me again later, I shot him down with a bit more firmness, insisting that he just put his poi away and really, thanks so much for the offer, but do not spin, I insist.
THEN, LATER... ...
He sneakily snuck into the fuel dump while everyone was on a long break, and dipped, and lit up in the performance area. When my colleague saw this infamous character, knowing full well he was drunk and reckless, he immediately went to act a a responsible safety and extinguish his wicks, the character lit my colleague on fire because he was spinning with his eyes closed and not paying attention.
Long story short, everyone was ok, but we had to sit down with said person right then and there and come up with some kind of plan.
I told him I was pissed that he put people at risk, spun uninvited, uninsured and intoxicated. His laxidazeical attitude confirmed that he really didn't care, and that if given the chance, he would probably do it again.
We told him that because of this, we were uncomfortable with him EVER spinning fire in the warehouse again, and that he is never welcome to ignite a fire tool in that space, for as long as he is among us. He agreed and that was that.

In that case, we had to make a decision right then and there, on the spot. Considering all of the factors involved, knowing this person's history of reckless behavior and mental instability I am still comfortable with the decision we made that evening.

Now, after saying that, community, with my mind on the future, I ask you this...

What do we do with someone who deliberately goes against the safety rules at an indoor spin jam, paying no mind to the safety plan in place? Who even after an organizer says, I insist that you do not do X,Y, and Z indoors at the warehouse, this person does it anyway, without respect for the wishes of the community-written safety rules and without regard for the safety of others or the space so graciously provided.

What say you?

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MAYHEM~full moon camping event May 16-18 Wilmington,NC

2008-05-06T21:14:34Z

****************************
MAYHEM: May 16-18~ 10 days & Ticket extension online!

The full moon burnish event ( not affiliated with Burningman or transformus, disclaimer...)
Is happening on the Cape Fear River, thrown and hostedby Cape Sphere.
Domes, buring big stuff, dj areas, full moon camping, debauchery extraordinaire, live psychadelic music, blackmail photo booth, and
a downright burn feeling happening soon.
We now have a willcall setup online, so you can still buy a ticket online after all!
and have your name at the gate, without having to sweat over a physical ticket arriving on time in the mail.

Here is the link for tickets:
May16-18, 2008

BUY TICKETS NOW:
1) www.brownpapertickets.com/event/31346
2) call (800) 838-3006 RE: Event 31346
3) Physical tickets: Wilmington, NC: Juggling Gypsy 1612 Castle St. (910) 763-2223
Charleston, SC ( only 10 available) Call DTR. (336) 324-8573 and ask for your Mayhem Ticket

Rain or shine.
Tickets are $15.00

More info: www.capesphere.com. click on the mayhem link.
This is a LNT event.

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safe fire breathing fuel?

2008-05-06T01:30:31Z

http://www.instructables.com/id/Fire-Breathing-With-Food-as-Fuel/

has anyone tried this?

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Hoop Donations for Africa! Please read :o)

2008-04-30T11:48:47Z

Sorry for the cross post...

My hubby and I are leaving for Cape Verde, Africa with the Peace Corps in July. I will be working as a Youth Mobilizer for the next 2+ years and I've been tossing the idea around in my head to bring some hoops with me as a way to break the ice/make a fool of myself/entertain the kids and adults, especially when I'm first learning the languages and trying to integrate into the community. This may later develop into a larger "secondary" project, but for now I was hoping to use hooping (he he) as an ice breaker - I know folks that bring cool stuff like kites tend to become heroes to the kids pretty quick! Lots of them play with old tires and sticks for fun; personally I think that's got nothin' on hoopin' :o)

So having said that...I have neither the time, money or knowledge of how to make collapsable hoops. Time is going to scrambling to pack, learn Portuguese and finish PC paperwork. $$ is going to pay off debt so we can actually GO. And I guess knowledge would fall in with time...

If anyone either has an extra collapsible hoop that they wouldn't mind parting with, or would like to make one to donate, it would be much appreciated!!! I will most likely only be able to bring 2-4 with me to start but will have my family ship me any extras once I get there - PC only allows so much luggage, so they have to be collapsible. Ideally I would bring 2 adult size hoops and 2 kid size hoops, and my Hoop Girl Instruction video lol. Of course I'll be posting pics and video of everyone hooping!

Thanks in advance to any one who can help!

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RamJam 6/7 Farihill, MD

2008-04-29T02:13:05Z

A friend of mine is looking for 2 fire performers.

Anyone intrested?

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Spin Jam 4-26-08

2008-04-28T16:44:08Z

On Sunday, I have a birthday. I won’t tell you how old I am going to be, but I will tell you that my age will involve a 2 and a 9, and I’m not going to be 92. So what better way to celebrate than with music, fire, and love?

So here are your plans for the weekend.

Friday night – Fluid (Going to be a great show)
Saturday night – Spin Jam in Clark Park (Our first outdoor jam of 2008)
Sunday night – The Aish Tamid Philadelphia Conclave starts practicing with fire (Come by and watch / help safety) – 6pm.

PS, don’t forget to vote tomorrow…for Obama. ;-)

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Fire at Phoenix Rising

2008-04-27T22:19:04Z

Hey all,
It's Springtime and the weather is fine! It's also time for another amazing PEX event!!! In the theme of spring, we are renewing, growing and changing to adapt to the new situations life has brought us.
With a new location and logistics, details are still in the works but I wanted to begin by getting list of folks who are interested in performing at the next fundraiser for The Philadelphia Experiment, Phoenix Rising. http://www.thephiladelphiaexperiment.org/
If you wish to contribute, are able to attend a mandatory safety meeting at 9:30 pm that night, and will be renewing your insurance in time for May 10th please reply to me at OhmSpark at Gmail dot com with the following information by May 1st. I will get back to you by the end of that weekend with info.
Thank you so much for your support.
Keep the fire alive!!!
Peace,
Denise Denise

Email the following info to OhmSpark at Gmail dot com by May 1st
What is your name?
Where do you live?
How long have you been involved in the fire arts?
What PEX events have you attended?
What PEX events have you spun fire at?
Where did you learn your safety practices?
Are you willing to safety at the event?
What tools do you wish to use at the event?
Have you renewed your fire insurance?
Are you willing to contact Stephanie at COTUS to have a copy sent to me upon request (not yet please)?
What is your email address?
Your phone #?
Name of your emergency contact?
Emergency contact phone #?
Why do you burn?
Please feel free to include any other pertinent information in your email.

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Spring Hoop Sessions!

2008-04-25T05:48:17Z

flyer: http://www.jen-web.com/moonhoops/springhoopsessions_1_web.jpg

Every Wednesday (4.30.08 - 6.18.08)
Funtown presents...

Spring Hoop Sessions

Hoops provided
Bottled water available
Free beginner instruction

FREE!, All ages, 4pm - 7pm

Liberty Lands Park
913-961 N. 3rd Street
Philly, PA

www.funtownproductions.com

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not directly fire-related Moving to Philadelphia - advice needed

2008-04-25T05:39:51Z

Hi folks,

Some of you know me, many don't. I'm a Boston-area fire performer, and have met some of you Philly fire folks through WildFire and other regional events. It looks like I will be moving to Philadelphia in late June, to start a 2-year stint at Hahnemann University Hospital in July.

I am looking for input from people who know the area about some ideas I have for where to live, etc. If you are willing to share your local knowledge, please PM me.

Thanks,

G

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PEX Earthday Celebration tomorrow @ the Bubble House, Fire Welcome WEAR GREEN

2008-04-20T17:43:17Z

Hey PexPeeps! Don't forget tomorrow as PEX, Sundae, & Playloop join forces to celebrate 4/20 and Our Mother Earth. Bring your hoops, toys, fire & green clothes. $5 cover goes to benefit the Environment. (If anyone has a favorite environmental cause let me know) Dj's Justin Paul, Ross D, Kezner, Everyday & Myself. Live percussion by Carlos Izaguirre, Live Spoken Word by Plum Dragoness the Poetess.
At the Bubble House 3404 Samson Street 19104. C u!

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Conclave Safeties

2008-04-14T16:33:03Z

As conclave is really coming together, I want to make a shout out for safeties. Whether or not you have worked with fire in the past, this will be a great opportunity to get your feet wet in the world of fire arts. If you are interested in particiapting as a safety for Aish Tamid (the Philadelphia Fire Conlave at Burning Man 2008), please send me a message or email me at LuckyBurns@Gmail.com. You will be required to be at all our future rehersals which are on Sunday afternoons, and of course be sure that you are going to Burning Man this year. If you are able to commit, show your dedication, and we are accepted as a conclave, you will receive a discount ticket to Burning Man. Please be in touch if you are seriously interested.
All My Lucky Love!!

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Spin Jam 4-5-08

2008-04-14T02:40:45Z

**********Print and present this invitation to avoid rejection by our door man. This is for everyone's protection and well being.
You will need a printed invite to get in. (yes, YOU- everyone- I may know you but the door guy won't)************

The doors will open at 8pm, Please bring a ($10?) donation to help us sustain our warehouse and enable us to support local arts & culture.
Music will start around 10.
This is a spin jam for people interested in the Fire Arts.
This is not a party (but it will be fun)!
This is a no-spectator event but all fire artists are welcome. We will have outdoor spins soon where everyone and their mom will be invited.
BYOBeverages & food, we have none.
Please do not attempt to spin fire if intoxicated.
If you'd like to spin fire, please only do so if you have had official training by a fire safety professional and you know the house rules.
There will not be an official safety training course held that day, see me EARLY (8) if you need a run-through.
I know nothing of overseas visitors, I have not received confirmation from anyone about that (was waiting for it but ain't waitin' no mo').
This is a leave no trace event so please be prepared to clean up after yourself (for realz, we may need a strike team at the end if people don't take care of this).
This will most likely be the last indoor spin jam of the winter (I mean, it is Spring now isn't it??)
See you there, looking forward to it!!!

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2nd Round Playa del Fuego Tickets on Sale Tonight, 4/2/08!

2008-04-02T20:51:16Z

Playa del Fuego
The Mid Atlantic Regional Burn
Odessa, Delaware
May 22 -26

The second half of PDF tickets go on sale tonight, Wednesday 4/2, at
9PM est!

Be sure to log in to the site tonight, to make sure your account is up
to date, and you still remember your password!
http://www.playadelfuego.org/component/option,com_wrapper/Itemid,80/

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Fire Performer's Insurance

2008-04-02T13:24:48Z

http://www.specialtyinsuranceagency.com/performer-insurance.html

Just a heads up people. The policy renews April 25th and is not pro-rated if you get it after April.

All those who perform for PEX events have this, and you should too if you're performing in public. In my opinion it is a MUST for all professional fire performers and those who do "gigs" with fire.

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Duvatyn

2008-03-31T13:21:30Z

I was FINALLY able to procure the proper material for us to use as fire safety cloth.

It will be for sale at $10 a yard at the net spin jam.

See the door man for a slice or two.

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hello all

2008-03-25T00:05:10Z

hi there, my name is nate

i'm from merry old England and i'm traveling to philadelphia to see some friends of mine from the 15th till the 24th of april

i was wondering if there was anyone who would be up for having a big fat fire spinning meet up

anyone interested?

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need photo help this Friday in Philly

2008-03-18T18:02:57Z

needed: hair stylist & make up person who want good images for their portfolio. Will give digital files after retouched. also need either volunteer photo assistant (who needs more time on set) or cheap on (who needs more time on set. Shoot is this Friday in Philly. please contact me directly at samiamfoto@yahoo.com (or if you know my more regular email contact me on that====I don't like putting my regular email addy in postings now as it shows up on google searches too often :(

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Coming Soon...!

2008-03-18T00:17:55Z

M4C5P08

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Playa del Fuego Tickets on Sale this Saturday, March 22

2008-03-17T16:14:50Z

Playa del Fuego
The Mid Atlantic Regional Burn
Odessa, Delaware
May 22 -26

Tickets on sale this Saturday, March 22, at noon (EST)

http://www.playadelfuego.org/content/view/147/47/

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Rochester Spring Juggle-In April 18-20th with MCP!

2008-03-14T17:45:25Z

So April 18th through the 20th will mark the 31st annual spring juggle-in with

open play in the gym

6pm - 10:30 pm on friday
10am - 5pm on saturday (and more after the show!)
10am - 2:30pm on sunday

with workshops in poi, diabolo, passing patterns and more!

with a spectacular show featuring

Erik Aberg:

Erik Åberg is a juggler from Sweden. His main focus is on research for new techniques of throwing and manipulating objects. He has been invited to conventions in France, Greece, Japan, America, Israel and Finland. In contemporary circus he´s been cooperating with the companies Circo Aereo, Idiot Savant, Croissant Bleu and Cirkus Cirkor. Eriks specialities are rolling and placing techniques with balls on the head and box manipulation.

Rhys Thomas:

20 years ago today, Rhys Thomas began performing comedy juggling for a living. He's still alive! Literally by dogsled, cruiseship, jet plane and solar auto Rhys has delivered his "JuggleMania" shows to theatres and festivals on three continents. Accomplishments include (but are not limited to) Artist in Residence at the Smithsonian Institution, Best American Act at the Street Performer Worldcup in Shizuoka Japan, International Jugglers Assn. and European Jugglers Assn. command performances, and did I mention 20 years of making a living juggling?

Jen Slaw from Philadelphia

Jérémie Arsenault:

Juggling since he was 15 years old and currently in his final year at the acclaimed École de Cirque de Québec , Jérémie Arsenault will present a high flying combination of Diabolos and Acrobatics that will take your breath away.

Jade Dussault:

Also from the École de Cirque de Québec
An acrobat, juggler, and circus enthusiast Jade has been involved in performance since she was 9 years old.
how would you describe her act with Hoops?

Verbs lots of Verbs..

>> Spinning with Passion
>> everything whirls
>>striking presicion
>>Elegant flexibility

Jorden Moir:
a 20 yr old footbagger/juggler from Hamilton, Ontario, Jorden has been Footbagging for 7 years. He has also been juggling (mostly balls) and performing for 6 years.

He is currently ranked 2nd in the WORLD!

and lastly

Meghan Claire Pike:

Meghan is a well known face around the Scottish and UK juggling scene and her fluid contact staff routines are always well received by jugglers and the public alike. From fast spins to graceful body rolls there's a bit of something for everyone. It is rare to see this uncommon skill executed quite so artistically.

I'm soo excited for this and I hope to see more staffers out here this year!!

more information can be found at

http://www.rit.edu/~jugwww/
and specifically about the show more information can be found at
http://www.rit.edu/~jugwww/shows/show2008.html

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fire photoshoot - free pics for you!

2008-03-14T04:38:40Z

Hello friends! A photographer friend of mine is looking to do a photoshoot one day this upcoming week and would like to include from fire spinners. The shoot is part of a senior thesis and his heart is set on getting some fire involved. You will receive free, high quality photos for your time. Pleaes let me know asap if you are interested so we can coordinate!!!

E-mail would be best! jen@funtownproductions.com

xo

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Selecting a first staff

2008-03-11T20:23:05Z

Anyone have any suggesions? (Weight, length, etc.)
Also considering on making a staff to practice with until I have the funds available to buy one. Any pointers? Weight is what I'm really concerned with here. Thanks!

Luff,
Andi

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Spin Jam 3/9/08

2008-03-11T16:55:19Z

Hey there,
It's been a little while. Let's spin : )
Sunday from 1-5, boom box only (can someone handle that?), Please only come if you are a skill toy artist or someone who's interested in being one. The space is getting cramped and with recent developments there we feel it's best to keep the spin jams closed to the spectator, but freely open to those who are interested in teaching or learning sill toys and/or fire
Fire safety workshop at some point that day.
See you there!!

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daylight savings this weekend 3/9/08

2008-03-09T15:22:29Z

if you are planning on going to the spin jam and want to make the safety training, make sure you remember to change your clocks sunday!

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OT: Ride to NY?????*****

2008-03-07T18:25:52Z

Hey all... I'm looking for a ride to NYC this Saturday night. I have to work, so I'm in search of a ride that would leave Philly around midnight. I work in Northern Liberties and could leave straight from there. Anyone heading up there/willing to drive late-night style with me?? I have money for gas and, of course, excellent banter :) Of course, if anyone has an extra vehichle they would let me borrow, that would be amazing, too. Just putting it out there! :)

Please message me if you're down for driving up with me in tow!
Thanks!!
-Squid

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congratulations to Lucky!

2008-03-06T23:34:52Z

Got an order from Home of POI today, including a free "POI around the world" calendar.
right on the front cover, and same pic for april, was PFA' s own Lucky!!

congratulations Lucky!! (AKA "Mr April")

Lunar

btw - great pic!

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Chris Bailey Poi Workshop!!

2008-03-06T01:20:44Z

Well folks... we have a special treat for you all!!

Chris Bailey is coming to our home town, in Virginia Beach, Va. He will be doing a workshop here for all who are interested. Prices and other details are still being worked out! We will try to make it reasonable for everyone.(hopefully between $15 and $20 a person) The workshop is being held on March 15th 2008.... We have a HUGE space for this event. It will be held in a cheerleading gym..... tons of rooms... high ceilings... multiple floors. We will have a blast I'm sure. We are inviting everyone who is interested... bring your friends... It will most likely be an intermediate to advanced level workshop... although I'm sure all levels are welcome. If you have any questions please email me at my yahoo acount. Britainy_MDibbs@yahoo.com. Otherwise feel free to call me at (757)377-3008. I am more than happy to answer your questions. More to come about prices etc. We are super excited about this... Chris is such an awesome person... not to mention talented. This is something you Don't want to miss..... CLEAR YOU SCHEDULES!!!! Tell EVERYONE!

PEACE AND FIRE!!!

Britainy.

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transformus tickets

2008-03-05T15:52:54Z

in case you didn't know, request form needs to be sent out by march 9th. hope to see all of you there

from the transformus website

Invites/Tickets
Requesting Transformus Invites

* We are able to invite 1,500 people to the event this year. Each invite will cost $55. Children age 5 and under enter free with parent or legal guardian.
* In order to attend the event, you (or someone on your behalf) must complete a request form starting Friday, Feb. 29 at noon (Eastern). You will have until the end of the day on Sunday, March 9, to complete the form. There is no advantage in completing your form before others, as long as everyone meets the March 9 deadline.
* At that time, the first 1,350 invites will be determined from all the requests that have been submitted. The remaining invites will be determined later to make sure we have covered the critical infrastructure roles.
* We will inform you as soon as we have completed the initial process, no later than March 16. If we were able to invite you, you will have until noon on April 9 to pay via PayPal.
* Just like the first two years, we are going to issue electronic instead of paper tickets. You will receive a souvenir paper ticket when you arrive, but in order to gain admittance each person is asked to present his or her own personal secret code that we will issue.
* We have a "frequently asked questions" section on the web site. Please see the Read more... link below.

What you should do between now and the end of Sunday, March 9 (Eastern time)

* Complete the request form at http://www.transformus.com/invites/request . (Please use a PC or Mac web browser since we have tested several of those.) You may have to create an account and/or login to do so. Make sure you press the Submit button and that you see the following message below the form to be sure that it was submitted: "Your invite request form has been successfully submitted."
* Contact web@transformus.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it if you have any technical issues.
* Stay tuned for further information via e-mail announcements and on the web site.

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how to pull a thread

2008-03-04T23:24:36Z

like a "rocket scientist" I posted a topic asking people to respond to my regular email since tribe is so slow & I'm rarely on it. However, now if a client does a search on my (name) email address, the tribe thread comes up first. yikes. same thing with tribe photos. Many of you have been gracious enough to credit me for photos; sweet. However, if it is a tribe photo credit, please just use sammy kakyes or some such other nick name (sassy-fras, big bird or one of my other nick names). I am about to launch a new web site. Many prospective clients will (hopefully) be digging up my name. etc. how do I pull the threads that come up under my name? anyone know?

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Interested in stepping up?

2008-03-04T12:15:33Z

I'm just putting this out there to the community at large in an effort to express an opportunity that you may not be aware of...

We're observing the need for an increase in the number of highly-trained fire safeties to contribute to spin jams and fundraising parties on an organizational level. If you are interested in assisting on a grander scale please come to the safety training workshop and speak with me after. We welcome your ideas and encourage participation.

Sincerely,
Denise
PS: If you can't make it to this safety training workshop but are interested in contributing, please pm me and we'll talk.

posted in Philadelphia Fire Arts - 2 replies

Fire Safety - Workshop & Training

2008-03-03T01:30:52Z

Due to popular demand we'll do a fire safety workshop before the spin jam actually starts.
12 noon fire safety workshop 3/9/09
- Wear cotton or leather, no synthetics please. (90% cotton 10% spandex is ok)
We will be covering the basics of fire safety but getting in to more intermediate stuff like fuel handling, fire extinguisher usage and worst case scenarios.
Free of charge

posted in Philadelphia Fire Arts - 3 replies

The warehouse is still open to PFA

2008-02-28T07:26:20Z

There have been a lot of rumors going around regarding the warehouse. The only question is if we will still be doing large events there, and the answer is probably no. But we are still open to spin jams, practices, rehearsals, photo shoots etc. So no worries on that end. Much Luvlee.

posted in Philadelphia Fire Arts - 4 replies

The gassy situation...

2008-02-27T20:26:18Z

... what's the white gas situation at the warehouse? are we running low? recently, philly walmart (i don't like it either, but you couldn't find camp fuel anywhere else here besides kmart), has stopped selling white gas. shocked, i went to kmart, which is further away on aramingo ave., and couldn't find the shelf sticker for coleman fuel. i asked the cashier if they had stopped selling it, and she said that they had not. but she probably knows very little of what's going on back there in sporting goods (there was no employee back there to ask). should people from out of town try to bring some? i have a friend coming from the poconos that i'm going to try to convince to bring down a couple cans to hold me over until i can get there myself. i'll bring some to the warehouse. the day they stop selling white gas, paintball guns and rifles in the pocono walmart is the day hell freezes over.

posted in Philadelphia Fire Arts - 21 replies

Left Behind - Black leather pants

2008-02-26T17:20:04Z

Hey, did anyone find a pair of black leather pants and a black leather biker belt in the performers' dressing room after Heartburn?

I miss them!

Thanks!

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